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Forum: Towing and Hitching 12-02-2015, 08:53 PM
Replies: 173
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Posted By Jim Bennett
My F-350 was a 2 year lease return, and I got a...

My F-350 was a 2 year lease return, and I got a great deal on it. Most dealerships will warranty their lease returns, and if they think they are now worthy of doing so, they send them to auction,...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 12-01-2015, 08:33 PM
Replies: 173
Views: 29,751
Posted By Jim Bennett
The guy I sold my Pilot to was from Spokane,...

The guy I sold my Pilot to was from Spokane, Washington, and was buying 12 used vehicles to take back to sell. I was a bit hesitant meeting him at his bank here in Calgary, and he really did not even...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 12-01-2015, 12:51 PM
Replies: 173
Views: 29,751
Posted By Jim Bennett
That's good thinking. :)

That's good thinking. :)
Forum: Towing and Hitching 12-01-2015, 11:51 AM
Replies: 173
Views: 29,751
Posted By Jim Bennett
That darn rubber arm, eh? You are so easily...

That darn rubber arm, eh? You are so easily forced into parting with your money. :)
Forum: Towing and Hitching 12-01-2015, 08:04 AM
Replies: 173
Views: 29,751
Posted By Jim Bennett
I found with CR that they often seemed to be very...

I found with CR that they often seemed to be very short on the 'Research' aspect, and found many of their reports lacking in true substance. Since the advent of the internet, there seems to be a lot...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 10-22-2015, 06:26 AM
Replies: 173
Views: 29,751
Posted By Jim Bennett
I think this is one of the key considerations,...

I think this is one of the key considerations, use outside of towing. Not too many Escape owners use their tow vehicle only for towing, but more often than not, use it for other purposes.
Forum: Towing and Hitching 10-21-2015, 10:17 PM
Replies: 173
Views: 29,751
Posted By Jim Bennett
LOL.... Better wear my flesh jacket. ;)

LOL.... Better wear my flesh jacket. ;)
Forum: Towing and Hitching 10-21-2015, 06:22 PM
Replies: 173
Views: 29,751
Posted By Jim Bennett
Especially them fellas from Texas. ;D

Especially them fellas from Texas. ;D
Forum: Towing and Hitching 10-21-2015, 06:01 PM
Replies: 173
Views: 29,751
Posted By Jim Bennett
I consider an F150 to be mid-sized, and the Super...

I consider an F150 to be mid-sized, and the Super Duties to be full-sized. The Ford Ranger would be small sized. I look forward to it being re-introduced to the North American market in 2017, with...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 10-21-2015, 04:38 PM
Replies: 173
Views: 29,751
Posted By Jim Bennett
Good post, Dave. :)

Good post, Dave. :)
Forum: Towing and Hitching 10-21-2015, 04:08 PM
Replies: 173
Views: 29,751
Posted By Jim Bennett
My 6' 4" brother is comfy in the back, or the...

My 6' 4" brother is comfy in the back, or the front, of the Pilot with no problem.

Now, if you were comparing a compact to an SUV or a pickup, that would be a similar comparison. ;)
Forum: Towing and Hitching 10-21-2015, 03:10 PM
Replies: 173
Views: 29,751
Posted By Jim Bennett
Some are suggesting though, that larger is...

Some are suggesting though, that larger is better. While they may be able to rightfully justify this for themselves, in many cases a more moderate size can be better.

I really fail to understand...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 10-21-2015, 02:45 PM
Replies: 173
Views: 29,751
Posted By Jim Bennett
Nope, but I will when I am done. :)

Nope, but I will when I am done. :)
Forum: Towing and Hitching 10-21-2015, 12:57 PM
Replies: 173
Views: 29,751
Posted By Jim Bennett
Or weirdos like me who have one of each, one in...

Or weirdos like me who have one of each, one in between, and a sedan.

Man, I gotta get those Kijiji ads set up for selling a couple. :)
Forum: Towing and Hitching 10-21-2015, 11:04 AM
Replies: 173
Views: 29,751
Posted By Jim Bennett
I really have no idea, not having towed the 5.0...

I really have no idea, not having towed the 5.0 at all, but I bet that when towing, the fuel economy would be similar, whereas the F150 would shine otherwise.

I towed my construction dump trailer...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 10-21-2015, 10:49 AM
Replies: 173
Views: 29,751
Posted By Jim Bennett
I could tow 12 of those Trillium 1300's with it....

I could tow 12 of those Trillium 1300's with it. ;)
Forum: Towing and Hitching 10-21-2015, 10:37 AM
Replies: 173
Views: 29,751
Posted By Jim Bennett
Steve, what is the car you are referring too? Our...

Steve, what is the car you are referring too? Our 4 cyl Honda Accord gets great fuel economy, and is very comfortable to drive on long hauls.
Forum: Towing and Hitching 10-21-2015, 10:21 AM
Replies: 173
Views: 29,751
Posted By Jim Bennett
Compared to the F150, or something else? Yes, it...

Compared to the F150, or something else? Yes, it has the 6.7L diesel.

Towing the 19 to Osoyoos last May, I averaged 17 litres/110 kms (Which is almost 17 mpg). I can barely get than on level...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 10-21-2015, 09:32 AM
Replies: 173
Views: 29,751
Posted By Jim Bennett
Would this combination be considered safe and...

Would this combination be considered safe and comfy enough?
The truck does only have a 17,500 lb conventional tow capacity, would that offer enough of a safety margin for a sub 1,500 lb trailer? ;D...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 10-20-2015, 05:39 PM
Replies: 173
Views: 29,751
Posted By Jim Bennett
Not sure why some folks here seem to think the...

Not sure why some folks here seem to think the Tacoma is not comfortable or safe. I have ridden in a few, and they were very nice to ride in. I also don't understand the safety concern at all. Are...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 10-19-2015, 05:54 PM
Replies: 173
Views: 29,751
Posted By Jim Bennett
I agree with Robert, the Tacoma would be plenty...

I agree with Robert, the Tacoma would be plenty of truck for your needs. That would be my choice for towing the 17.
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